Chief Technology Advisor-Utilities

Responsibilities

• Advanced understanding of infrastructure (network, storage, compute, virtualization) and information security
• Proficient on cloud platform architecture and design including SaaS, PaaS and IaaS
• Experience developing and implementing best practices for IT / OT Service Delivery
• Experience with both OT/IT architectures that are foundational to operation of an electric grid
• Experience with software-defined networks, software-defined data center infrastructure and understanding of modern cloud capabilities (Private, Hybrid and Public)
• Understand automation and orchestration and its value to help manage the electrical grid, including vRealize
• Understanding and/or familiar with various programming languages (Python/Perl/Java/MySQL/Postgre
  
  SQL) and scripting related to automation, orchestration, Infrastructure as a Service, etc.
• Familiar with agile development and continuous integration
• Strong interpersonal, presentation and negotiating skills
• Excellent communication, analytic and problem solving skills
• Sound business acumen and executive presence
• Proven track record of working with subject matter experts, consultants, professional services, IT, operations, and others over the technology lifecycle to maximize ROI / TCO
• Strong ability to think creatively and strategically
• Experience mediating and negotiating with individuals and groups internally and externally by keeping colleagues updated on activities and forecasting
• Proven collaborative approach; openly sharing information and receptive to the ideas of others
• Exceptional leadership and team building skills with the ability to direct, motivate and empower teams through a persuasive and credible thought process and presentation skills

• Bachelors / Masters' degree in Business or Computer Science/Engineering, and/or equivalent work experience
• Candidate should have 5 years or more experience working in or with an Investor Owned Utility in the areas of IT/OT related to architecting and/or consulting on electric grid solutions used in the areas of grid modernization, system resilience, and system reliability
• Minimum 10 years of progressive engineering management experience in a highly complex, sophisticated environment
• 3-5+ years in an enterprise-scale CIO, CTO or EA role
• Experience and be familiar with the ideas, methods, and processes for Modernizing infrastructure to withstand disruption, building a network to support grid modernization, strengthening data governance and asset intelligence, and detecting and resolving issues before they escalate
• Experience leading the development of enterprise architectures, cloud / OT / IT environments / and application frameworks
• Demonstrated experience working with geographically dispersed teams
• Record of building high trust relationships that create a network of partners across a diversified organization
• Proven team building and relationship management skills

Experience and Qualifications (continued)

• Proven leadership and ability to influence at senior levels

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Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $150,000 to $200,000 annually. Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including shift, location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.

Certain positions may also be eligible for variable incentive compensation, such as bonuses or commissions, that is not included in the base pay.

The well-being of WWT employees is essential. So, when it comes to our benefits package, WWT has one of the best. We offer the following benefits to all full-time employees:

• Health and Wellbeing:
  Health, Dental, and Vision Care, Onsite Health Centers, Employee Assistance Program, Wellness program
• Financial Benefits:
  
  Competitive pay, Profit Sharing, 401k Plan with Company Matching, Life and Disability Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off: PTO & Holidays, Parental Leave, Sick Leave, Military Leave, Bereavement
• Additional Perks:
  Nursing Mothers Benefits, Voluntary Legal, Pet Insurance, Employee Discount Program

We strive to create an environment where all employees are empowered to succeed based on their skills, performance, and dedication. Our goal is to cultivate a culture of belonging that encourages innovation, collaboration, and respect for all team members, ensuring that WWT remains a great place to work for All!

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